MedicalVocabulary.org
Medical vocabulary with 16,436 clear, complete and reliable definitions.
About MedicalVocabulary.org
The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
Designed for 3 kinds of users:
- Patients and family who want to understand a diagnosis, a medical report or instructions from a doctor.
- Students of medicine, nursing, physiotherapy and the health professions, dealing with technical terminology.
- Doctors, pharmacists and healthcare workers who need a quick and reliable reference.
Definitions are written in clear, accessible language while keeping the rigor required for professional use. Each term has a dedicated URL, instant autocomplete search, and can be shared on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and via email with one click.
- 100% free
- No registration
- No intrusive ads
- Privacy by design
- Mobile friendly
Disclaimer: the content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. If you have doubts about your health, always consult a qualified professional. In case of emergency call your local emergency number (911 in the US, 112 in the EU).
Hyperostosis
Overgrowth of bone. Hyperostosis is a nonspecific term that does not refer to any particular condition
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Testicular feminization syndrome Now more appropriately called the complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, this is a genetic disorder that…
- AIDS dementia complex Dementia complex: A brain disorder that occurs in people with AIDS that causes the loss of cognitive…
- Syndrome, androgen insensitivity Also known as complete androgen insensitivity syndrome. This is a genetic disorder that makes XY fetuses…
- Motulsky dye test A test for glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD), a cause of anemia and the most common enzyme…
- Helix, alpha See: Alpha helix
- Anesthesia, caudal epidural See Caudal anesthesia
- Sclerodactyly Localized thickening and tightness of the skin of the fingers or toes. Sclerodactyly is commonly associated…
- Neonatal lupus A lupus-like disease in a baby due to the transfer through the placenta of lupus antibodies from the mother…
- Colon polyp A fleshy growth on the inside (the lining) of the colon (the large intestine). Colon polyps are extremely…
- Coitus Sexual union of a male and a female; also called sexual intercourse. Coitus begins when the male inserts his…
- Runt-related transcription factor 1 See: Runx-1
- Phalangeal Pertaining to a phalanx (a bone in the finger or toe)